Personal Property Appraiser

Jefferson County • Golden, CO

5d • $28 - $32 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Personal Property Appraiser performs technical work in appraising and auditing business personal property, commercial and industrial personal property for tax purposes in the Personal Property Appraisal Division of the Assessor's Office. Key duties include: Audit and inspect business personal property; Estimate value of such property, evaluating the appropriateness of information filed by taxpayers; Process declaration forms; Respond appropriately to customer inquiries and complaints; Provide information to businesses concerning the assessment process; Process appeals and abatements; Testify in hearings as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent certificate.
• One (1) year of general appraisal experience, personal property appraisal experience, accounting experience, or similar business experience.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant statutes, regulations, and appraisal methodologies.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or higher in accounting, general appraisal, or similar field.
• Three (3) or more years of accounting or general appraisal experience.
• Knowledge of Colorado property tax statutes, assessment procedures, and appraisal standards.
• Proficient working with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Documented personal property appraisal experience.
• An Associate's degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Work involves field investigating, auditing, and inspecting business personal property.
• Estimating value of such property, estimating the appropriateness of information filed by taxpayers, and accurately processing declaration forms.
• Respond appropriately to customer inquiries and complaints, providing information to businesses concerning assessment process, and processing appeals and abatements.
• Data entry and account management.
• Responding to taxpayer appeals and preparing for hearings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• Retirement matching
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED